Lakes & Waterfalls — Set 3

Correct Answer: A. Roopkund Lake

• **Roopkund Lake** = This high-altitude glacial lake in the Uttarakhand Himalayas is known as the 'Skeleton Lake' due to the discovery of hundreds of human remains. • **5,029 meters** — This is the approximate altitude at which Roopkund Lake is situated, contributing to its remote and mysterious nature. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Suraj Tal: a high-altitude lake in Himachal Pradesh, not associated with skeletons; Nainital Lake: a popular crescent-shaped freshwater lake in Uttarakhand, not known for human remains; Bhimtal Lake: the largest lake in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, not associated with skeletons.

Correct Answer: D. Kerala

• **Kerala** = The 'Athirappilly Falls', often used as a filming location, is located in Kerala, on the Chalakudy River. • **80 feet** — This is the height of Athirappilly Falls, making it the largest waterfall in Kerala. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Karnataka: home to Jog Falls, but not Athirappilly; Tamil Nadu: has Hogenakkal Falls, but not Athirappilly; Andhra Pradesh: has Talakona Waterfall, but not Athirappilly.

Correct Answer: B. Krishna and Godavari

• **Krishna and Godavari** = Kolleru Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in India, is located between the deltas of these two rivers in Andhra Pradesh. • **1999** — The lake was designated a sanctuary in this year to protect its various bird species, further recognized as an important Ramsar wetland. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Ganges and Yamuna: these rivers flow through North India, far from Kolleru Lake's location; Mahanadi and Godavari: while the Godavari is correct, Kolleru is not situated between Mahanadi and Godavari deltas; Narmada and Tapti: these are west-flowing rivers, located in a different part of India.

Correct Answer: A. Varahi

• **Varahi** = The 'Kunchikal Falls' is formed by this river in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, recognized as India's highest waterfall. • **Highest in India** — Kunchikal Falls is officially recognized as the highest waterfall in India, though much of its water is now diverted for hydroelectric projects. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Sharavati: this river forms the Jog Falls, a different waterfall; Tunga: this river is a tributary of the Tungabhadra, not directly associated with Kunchikal Falls; Bhadra: this river also forms the Tungabhadra by joining the Tunga, not Kunchikal Falls.

Correct Answer: C. Assam

• **Assam** = The 'Deepor Beel' is located in this state, recognized as a permanent freshwater lake and a Ramsar site. • **2002** — Deepor Beel was designated as a Ramsar site (Wetland of International Importance) in this year, highlighting its ecological significance. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: West Bengal: has wetlands like Sunderbans, but not Deepor Beel; Bihar: has Kanwar Lake, but not Deepor Beel; Odisha: has Chilika Lake, but not Deepor Beel.

Correct Answer: C. Andhra Pradesh

• **Andhra Pradesh** = The 'Talakona Waterfall', the highest in its state, is located in this state within the Sri Venkateswara National Park. • **270 feet** — This is the height of the Talakona Waterfall, making it the highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Tamil Nadu: has waterfalls like Hogenakkal, but Talakona is not there; Karnataka: home to many waterfalls like Jog Falls, but not Talakona; Telangana: a neighboring state, but Talakona is specifically in Andhra Pradesh.

Correct Answer: B. Hussain Sagar

• **Hussain Sagar** = This lake is located in the heart of Hyderabad, famously featuring a giant monolithic statue of Gautama Buddha in its center. • **1992** — The monolithic Buddha statue was installed in the center of Hussain Sagar on Gibraltar Rock in this year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Osman Sagar: another artificial lake in Hyderabad, but without the Buddha statue; Himayat Sagar: an artificial reservoir near Hyderabad, primarily for water supply; Durgam Cheruvu: also known as 'Secret Lake', located in Hyderabad, but distinct from Hussain Sagar.

Correct Answer: C. Odisha

• **Odisha** = The 'Barehipani Falls' is located in the Simlipal National Park of this eastern Indian state. • **399 meters** — This two-tiered waterfall on the Budhabalanga River is one of the highest waterfalls in India with this impressive height. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Jharkhand: has waterfalls like Hundru Falls, but not Barehipani; Chhattisgarh: home to Chitrakoot Falls, but not Barehipani; West Bengal: shares a border, but Barehipani Falls is specifically in Odisha.

Correct Answer: C. Dhebar Lake (Jaisamand)

• **Dhebar Lake (Jaisamand)** = This artificial lake in Rajasthan was built by Maharana Jai Singh and is among the largest in India. • **17th century** — Jaisamand Lake, also known as Dhebar Lake, was constructed during this century by Maharana Jai Singh by damming the Gomti River. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Pushkar Lake: a natural, sacred lake in Rajasthan, not artificial or built by Maharana Jai Singh; Nakki Lake: located in Mount Abu, believed to be carved by nails, not an artificial lake built by the Maharana; Fateh Sagar Lake: an artificial lake in Udaipur, but Dhebar Lake is historically known as larger.

Correct Answer: B. Satara

• **Satara** = The 'Vajrai Falls' is a three-tier waterfall located in this district of Maharashtra, known for its scenic beauty. • **260 meters** — This is the approximate height of Vajrai Falls, making it one of the highest waterfalls in Maharashtra. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Pune: home to many tourist spots, but Vajrai Falls is not in Pune district; Nashik: known for vineyards and religious sites, but not Vajrai Falls; Ratnagiri: a coastal district, known for beaches, not the location of Vajrai Falls.